Support

Support James White’s Fort

As a non-profit organization, James White’s Fort relies on the support of people like you with a mission to help preserve the history of Knoxville, its founder, and Knoxville’s First Home. There are many ways to support us!

The James White’s Fort Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent allowable by IRS law. Donations can be made online below, or with a check made payable to James White’s Fort and mailed to: James White’s Fort, 205 East Hill Avenue, Knoxville, Tennessee 37915. Stripe securely processes payments for James White’s Fort.

Make a Donation

Donations to James White’s Fort support our mission of preservation of Knoxville’s First Home and our pioneer heritage through tours, events and educational programs.

We have a variety of needs from gardening and beautification, multi-media presentations, to electrical repairs. You can chose many specific areas to earmark your contribution.

Become a Member

Help support the Fort by becoming a member of James White’s Fort. With your membership you will receive great benefits such as free admission and discounts in our gift shop. Join or Renew your membership here.

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Sponsors

First and foremost we would like to thank the City of Knoxville and Knox County for their support. James White’s Fort would also like to thank the following sponsors for their generous ongoing donations:

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